

Novel Marketing
Thomas Umstattd Jr.
The longest-running book marketing podcast in the world. This is the show for writers who want to build their platform, sell more books, and change the world with writing worth talking about. Whether you self publish or are with a traditional house, this podcast will make book promotion fun and easy. Thomas Umstattd Jr. interviews publishers, indie authors, and bestselling traditional authors about how to get published and sell more books.
Episodes
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Sep 30, 2014 • 14min
048 – The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Sign Books
Book signings are likely the most personal connection you’ll have with a reader. Because of that, it’s an important opportunity that could either leave the reader with a memorable experience, or could alienate a new friend. In this episode, we discuss the right way to sign books, so you give your readers an enjoyable moment they’ll remember.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 048 – The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Sign Books appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Sep 23, 2014 • 13min
047 – How to Pick the Perfect Genre to Write In
Many writers love to write in multiple genres, is that a good idea? Should they narrow it down? If so, how should a writer pick the one with the best chance of selling? We answer these questions and more in this week’s episode.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 047 – How to Pick the Perfect Genre to Write In appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Sep 16, 2014 • 12min
046 – Why You Should Love It When Your Novel Gets Pirated
What if we said that getting your work ripped off could significantly boost your sales? In this episode, we explore why getting stolen from should make your day. [atp_links linktype=”sbutn”]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 046 – Why You Should Love It When Your Novel Gets Pirated appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Sep 9, 2014 • 18min
045 – Five Keys to Working with Book Stores, Before You’re Published and After
Some say bookstores are only interested in promoting the best-selling authors. While that’s not true, getting their focus will take some tricks and techniques. In this episode, we cover five keys to getting the attention of physical, walk-in bookstores.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 045 – Five Keys to Working with Book Stores, Before You’re Published and After appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Sep 2, 2014 • 22min
044 – Writing for Your Website – How To Craft Pages That Readers Actually Want to Read
Is your website copy boring readers? You only have seven seconds to capture attention so make sure your web copy works.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 044 – Writing for Your Website – How To Craft Pages That Readers Actually Want to Read appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

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Aug 26, 2014 • 16min
043 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 3 – Look Through Your Readers
Learn how to listen in when your readers talk about you, and find out how their words can help refine your author brand.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 043 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 3 – Look Through Your Readers appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

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Aug 19, 2014 • 17min
042 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 2: Look at Your Readers
Branding is one of the most confusing topics under the umbrella of marketing. In this episode, we look at the second step of creating a breakthrough author brand.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 042 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 2: Look at Your Readers appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Aug 12, 2014 • 21min
041 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 1 – Look in the Mirror
Branding is one of the most confusing topics under the umbrella of marketing. In this article, you'll learn the first step to creating your author brand.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 041 – How to Create A Breakthrough Author Brand Step 1 – Look in the Mirror appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Aug 5, 2014 • 16min
040 – 40th Episode Q&A Extravaganza
In this episode we answer questions from listeners like you. If you would like to ask a question for a future Q&A episode click here. Question 1 “I was recently divorced and remarried and now I have a new last name. Should I change the name on my website and future books or use my old […]You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 040 – 40th Episode Q&A Extravaganza appeared first on Author Media.Support the show

Jul 29, 2014 • 18min
039 – How Writers Should Market Themselves to Editors With Karen Ball
In this episode, we talk with agent and former editor Karen Ball.You can find the blogpost version of this episode HERE.The post 039 – How Writers Should Market Themselves to Editors With Karen Ball appeared first on Author Media.Support the show


